- Primary Subject: The Studio Season 2 Production & Catherine O'Hara Tribute
- Key Update: Seth Rogen confirmed that The Studio Season 2 will directly address Catherine O'Hara’s absence.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: April 6, 2026
- Quick Answer: Seth Rogen says The Studio Season 2 will acknowledge Catherine O'Hara’s passing by embracing an "anchorless" feel, honoring her character’s legacy instead of recasting her.
Seth Rogen recently addressed how the upcoming second season of The Studio will acknowledge the passing of Catherine O'Hara.
Following the death of the Emmy-winning actress last January, fans have been wondering how the series will handle the fate of her character Patty Leigh, whether she will be killed off or recast with a different actress instead. After all, her absence would be a big hole to fill, considering how crucial she was in the first season.
How The Studio Season 2 Will Address Catherine O'Hara's Death
In an interview with The Times, Rogen opened up about how they will acknowledge the passing of O'Hara in the upcoming second season of The Studio.
The late actress was not able to film any scenes for the second season prior to her death. Her character was expected to have a continuing role.
"It has been an unbelievable challenge. Obviously, emotionally, dealing with the loss, but also when it comes to the show itself. We wrote it for her to be there," he said.
"We had it all set, and the shock waves permeate throughout the entire new season. It’s been difficult. You worded it better than we could — she was the anchor, and now the anchor is gone."
Rogen added, "If anything, we’re acknowledging the idea that we are a little anchorless. But, honestly, that is a part of life and what we all experience. And so while we try to not dwell too much on heavy themes in this show, they will be there in this second season. We are not ignoring it."
What to Expect in The Studio Season 2
So far, the plot details regarding the second season of The Studio are still under wraps, but we can expect more hijinks and chaos from the world of Continental Studios.
"It’s definitely a level up. We’ve already started filming, and I think everyone is laughing harder and louder than they did last season, even in our first week," star Chase Sui Wonders teased to Collider last January. "I can’t say much, but there are some familiar faces that you’ll be very excited to see making fun of themselves."
The main cast, consisting of Seth Rogen, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz, and Chase Sui Wonders, is expected to return. Confirmed guest stars include Madonna, Julia Garner, Michael Keaton, and Donald Glover.
Apple TV has not set a release date yet for the second season of The Studio. Stay tuned for more news and updates in the coming months.
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